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Chicken tender salad served on a rustic plate with crispy chicken and greens

chicken tender salad recipe

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A fast, flexible, and flavor-packed chicken tender salad that saves dinner on the busiest nights. Balanced, kid-friendly, and satisfying.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 cooked chicken tenders (grilled, baked, or air-fried)
  • 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, romaine, arugula, or a blend)
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup shredded carrots
  • ½ avocado, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup cheese (crumbled feta or shredded cheddar, optional)
  • Dressing of choice (balsamic, honey mustard, or ranch)

Instructions

  1. Warm the chicken tenders in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes or air-fry for 4–5 minutes until hot and crisp.
  2. Place 4 cups of mixed greens in a large salad bowl.
  3. Top with cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, sliced avocado, and red onion.
  4. Slice the warm chicken tenders and place evenly over the salad.
  5. Sprinkle cheese on top, if using.
  6. Drizzle with your favorite dressing and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra texture, add sunflower seeds or nuts. Keep dressing separate if prepping ahead. Reheat chicken gently to maintain juiciness.

  • Author: amanda
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Tossed
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salad bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg